Applications Technologist II

Synergy Flavors•Hamilton, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Applications Technologist II is responsible for beverage and product development featuring coffee, tea, and other botanical extracts, essences, and flavors. The role is laboratory-based, but is expected to interact with customers and internal collaborators to produce customer-preferred application solutions.

Requirements

BS degree in Food Science or other applied science (5+ years)
Limited supervision
Executes assigned tasks and broader project components
Independently tracks, analyzes, and interprets own results
Begins proposing improvements or adjustments to methods
Composure
Problem solving
Self-knowledge
Action oriented
Presentation skills
Drive for results

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize finished product formulations using various flavor delivery systems.
Lead some complex processing of batches (panning, running Microthermics, etc.)
Demonstrates strong understanding of basic mixing and blending skills in different applications of one’s department and have ability to follow formulations precisely
Write production formulas with batching instructions with peer review by Sr App or lead
Have a basic understanding of finished product labels, nutritional panels, and ingredient statements
Set up and run shelf life/stability tests according to parameters given
Must possess strong general flavor knowledge
Stay current with new ingredients, flavor trends and changes to industry standards
Participate on cross-functional teams and key accounts to create demos and presentations.
Provide basic technical support to customers during demos and presentations with account managers
Work on projects with ambiguity, execute project in a timely manner
Participate in routine taste panels and provide input
Good documentation and lab notebook organization skills
Maintain organized and efficient laboratory equipment and environment.
Team-first orientation and collaborative mindset
Excellent communication skills - written and verbal